MASS MoCA is pleased to present Vincent Valdez: Just a Dream…, the artist’s first museum survey, including previously unexhibited and new bodies of work. Co-organized by MASS MoCA (Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art) and Contemporary Arts Museum Houston (CAMH). Spanning over two decades of his work, from early career drawings to recent monumental portraits, Just a Dream… cements Valdez

MASS MoCA Announces Winter/Spring 2026 Programming With new exhibitions including Technologies of Relation and Homecoming. Photo: Morehshin Allahyari Speculations on Capture, 2024 (film stills). Courtesy of the artist and V&A for Technologies of Relation at MASS MoCA, 2026 New ticketed events go on sale for MASS MoCA members beginning Wednesday November 12. Tickets to the

The Berkshire Museum is opening their winter exhibition! Tickets are $20 at hancockshakervillage.org. Children 12 and under are always free. Berkshire Museum and Hancock Shaker Village members are free! Friday, Saturday, Sundays from 11/21 to 12/28 The only Friday NOT open is 12/26

Edith Wharton’s Home, The Mount, announces the return of its winter sound and light show, NightWood from November 21 t0 January 3, 2026. Now in its sixth season, NightWood features a fantastical landscape where light, music and nature come together under the stars. This year’s installation features two new encounters, enhanced lighting and sound elements

This weekend Bardavon & UPAC presents The Nutcracker! Don't miss these upcoming performances and screenings. Please visit Bardavon.org for details, updates, and ticket information.       Catskill Ballet Theatre at UPAC Friday Dec 12 at 7 PM, Saturday, Dec 13 at 4 PM, Sunday, Dec 14 at 2 PM         New

An evening, or afternoon, of 7 short plays to celebrate the holiday season. Wingéd Monkeys offer the latest in their "Pieces" series at the Park Theater. Friday and Saturday, December 12 & 13 at 7 PM Sunday, December 14 at 3 PM

The largest public Chanukah celebration! Promenade Hill Park, Hudson Featuring: 12-foot menorah lighting Chocolate gelt drop from a fire truck Live performance Participation of local elected officials Additional menorah lighting events will take place later in the week in Hillsdale, Kinderhook, and Chatham. Contact: Rabbi Mendel Kremer – rabbi@jewishcolumbiacounty.com | 518-441-9528 Info: www.JewishColumbiaCounty.com/Chanukah

Olana’s Annual Winter Solstice Celebration Come experience Hudson Valley‘s winter landscape through free indoor and outdoor activities to celebrate the season changing. Events throughout the day include: Afternoon bonfire Free access to Olana’s historic interiors Seasonal Storytelling for Families Workshops and Walks on the Science of Snow with “Nature Sarah” Winter Choir Performance by Catskill

Your chance to help in 2025 is still here! Before the balls drops, give one moment for Berkshire Pride. Your gifts help us kick-off our 10th Annual Pride Season! Your gift will help to fight food insecurity, create safe spaces for queers, enable rapid response to anti-LGBTQ+ harassment and strengthen resilience through education and connection.

Grammy nominated singer-songwriter Chris Trapper is coming to Hudson Valley. "Classic pop perfection." - New York Times www.christrapper.com 

Rose Stoller is a songwriter who sings in sweet and whimsical whispers. Will Stratton is a songwriter and fingerstyle guitarist living in Beacon, New York. Lyle de Vitry integrates the comfort of folk music with the emotional release of classical compositions.

Each May we honor and celebrate "Be Kind to Animals Week" by bringing the community together for "The Blessing of the Animals". This is the oldest commemorative week in US history, turning 111 years old in 2026. "The Blessing" is a free, outdoors, family event. Bring your pet for an individual hands-on blessing by Pastor